Andy Werkhoven
A rare find, Andy is a New York State licensed Qualified Elevator Inspector. Over twenty years of working in the elevator industry has provided Andy with a wealth of experiences that he is eager to share with class participants. Seventeen years as an elevator mechanic and foreman, gave Andy unique, hands-on working knowledge of elevators. Escalator, in addition to elevator, construction, repair, modernization and maintenance was his mainstay for years. Extensive experience and commitment to safety, enabled Andy to become a Construction Safety Coordinator, as well as, Supervisor of major high-rise projects.
Can't beat the real world for learning your profession, but Andy didn't stop there. He has multiple certifications that relate to OSHA compliance, the National Elevator Industry Educational Program and over three years of study at the College of New Rochelle.
Commitment to his profession and his ability to effectively share his knowledge opened the doors for him to instruct for the FDNY (Fire Department New York) Technical Rescue School and Tactical Training Division. This is an honor rarely bestowed upon individuals outside the fire service.
Don't think that Andy allows his profession to be all consuming. He is definitely a family man to his wife and two children. With a family of baseball fans, Andy serves on the City Island Little League Board of Directors and has served as the City Island Little League Manager. Giving back to his community is a lifestyle. Andy also finds time to volunteer at the Bronx State Hospital and Van Etten Hospital!